Haida Gwaii August 13 to 18, 2023



“Haida Gwaii, is an archipelago of more than 150 islands located off the coast of Northern British Columbia The islands have gained a reputation for breathtaking natural beauty and a remarkable First Nations culture. For thousands of years, the islands of Haida Gwaii have been inhabited by the Haida, an indigenous people to whom art, culture, legends, mythology, and community played an important role in their lives. Argillite carvings, totem poles and ancient Haida villages attract visitors from around the world.” – BC Adventure Network
Immerse yourself in raw, natural beauty while delving into the culture and heritage of this wondrous place. Peruse artisan shops, galleries, local museums, and so much more! You don’t want to miss this journey where you’ll discover nature as it was meant to be seen.
Sunday, August 13 | D
SKIDEGATE
Afternoon check in at Vancouver Airport for your flight to Sandspit. Upon arrival your private shuttle will be waiting to transport you to the beautiful Jags Hotel located on Graham Island. After check in depart for a welcoming traditional Haida meal with storytelling, orientation and information. Return to your hotel for overnight.

Monday, August 14 | B/L/D
GRAHAM ISLAND – QUEEN CHARLOTTE
After breakfast start your day at one of the most mysterious and photographed sights on Graham Island: Balanced Rock, followed by a totem pole tour at the Haida Heritage Center, then a fascinating look into Haida Gwaii culture at the Saahlinda Naay Haida Gwaii Museum.
This original Queen Charlotte Island museum was opened in 1976 by then Prime Minister Pierre Trudeau and was re-opened in 2008 after 7 years of restorations and renovations. The museum tells the story of the Haida Nation and features a large collection of Haida culture materials and native art.
Tuesday, August 15 | B/L
PORT CLEMENT – TLELL
After breakfast travel north of Port Clements to visit the Port Clements Museum and then views the site of the famous Golden Spruce and an ancient, abandoned Haida Canoe. The Golden Spruce is located on the Golden Spruce trail with paths that wind through the rain forest. Before the actual tree was vandalized in 1977, it was famous for its unique colour. The tree was 164 feet high and had needles of gold.
We will visit artist’s studios in Tlell, then end the day at the Haida House lodge for a delectable dinner located on the mesmerizing TI.aal river.

Wednesday, August 16 | B/L/D
DAAJING GIIDS — MORESBY ISLAND
Immerse yourself in Haida culture while learning how to weave cedar bark from Haida leader. Spend the afternoon exploring the shops of Daajing Giids, then travel by ferry to Moresby Island to enjoy a fine dining gourmet experience created with locally sourced ingredients from the depth of the ocean and into the lush forest of Haida Gwaii.


Thursday, August 17 - NORTH BEACH | B/L/D
NORTHERN GRAHAM ISLAND — NORTH BEACH
Travel to Northern Graham Island to meet Haida artists in their personal carving shed to learn about the process involved to carve a totem pole from first selecting tree and all that is involved until it is raised. Visit Haida art galleries and Dixon Entrance Maritime Museum. Travel to North Beach to view the totem pole located in the Hiellen Longhouse Village with the option to participate in an easy hike to the blowholes and/or a moderate hike up Tow Hill.


HAIDA GWAII—General Conditions
COST OF TOUR FROM VANCOUVER
$5,433
per person, based on double occupancy
SINGLE SUPPLEMENT
$395 per person.
INCLUDED IN THE TOUR PRICE
- TRANSPORTATION: Airfare from Vancouver to Sandspit return on Air Canada. We can arrange airfares from your departure city to Vancouver and return if required. Mini-bus transportation for Haida Gwaii.
- SIGHTSEEING and transportation on Haida Gwaii as per itinerary.
- TIPS AND TAXES: Current air transport taxes and security fee from Vancouver to Sandspit and return. Tipping to tour guides and driver
- GUIDES: Knowledgeable tour director and local guides
- HOTELS/MEALS: 5 nights accommodation & hotel taxes. 5 breakfasts, 5 lunches, and 4 dinners as per itinerary.
NOT INCLUDED IN THE TOUR PRICE
Airfare from home city to Vancouver return. Cancellation, baggage and health insurance, excess baggage charges, food and beverages not included in the group menus, wines and liquors, individual services and any items of a personal nature.
RESPONSIBILITY
Executive Cultural Tours and/or their agents, affiliates, or subsidiaries act only as agents for the hotel, airlines, bus companies and operators providing accommodation, transportation, meals, tours or other services and all coupons, exchange orders, receipts, contracts and tickets issued by the Company are issued subject to all tariffs, terms and conditions under which the forgoing or any other services whatsoever are provided by such hotels, airlines, bus companies. By the acceptance of such coupons, exchange orders, receipts, contracts and tickets, the tour member agrees that the Company shall not become liable or responsible for any loss, injury or damage to the person, firm or corporation. Further, the Company shall not become liable or responsible for any loss, injury or damage due to an Act of God or Act of War. The tour operator reserves the right to withdraw a tour, to refuse to accept or retain any person as a member of the tour at any time or to make changes in the itinerary whenever in their sole judgment conditions warrant or if such changes result from circumstances beyond the control of the tour operator. Executive Cultural Tours and/or their agents shall not be responsible for the injury, damage, loss, accident, delay or irregularity which may be occasioned either by reason of defect in any vehicle or other, or through the acts or default of any company or person engaged in conveying or providing transportation to the passenger or in carrying out the arrangements of the tour or otherwise in connection therewith, or of any other hotel proprietor or employee. The aforesaid and their agents can accept no responsibility for losses or accidental expenses due to delay or changes in schedules or hotel overbookings or other causes. All such losses or expenses will have to be borne by the passenger.
CONDITIONS
BOOKING
A CA$1,200 deposit plus single supplement, if applicable, as well as the optional package tour insurance cost, are required upon reservation. A post-dated cheque for the balance dated May 01, 2023, is also required at the time of reservation.
Cheques should be made payable to Uniglobe The Premiere Travel Group. Credit card payments are accepted
CANCELLATION
Full refund up to 120 days prior to departure less $500 per person. Between 120 days prior to departure and May 01, 2023, full refund less $1,000 per person. Between May 01 and June 05, 2023, full refund less $2,500. Subsequent to June 09, 2023, no refund will be made for any unused hotel accommodation, meals, transfers, sightseeing, etc. Notice of cancellation must be made in writing.
INSURANCE
The following insurance packages are optional but highly recom-mended. (Coverage for Covid-19 not covered)
ALL INCLUSIVE PACKAGE TOUR INSURANCE WITHIN CANADA (INCLUDING CANCELLATION)
SHARING | SINGLE | |
---|---|---|
Up to age 59: | $417.42 | $441.18 |
Age 60 –64: | $470.34 | $498.42 |
Age 65 –69: | $526.50 | $558.90 |
Age 70—74: | $606.42 | $643.14 |
Age 75—79: | $859.68 | $907.20 |
Age 80—84: | $1078.38 | $1136.70 |
Age 85+: | $1367.28 | $1436.40 |
CANCELLATION/INTERRUPTION INSURANCE
SHARING | SINGLE | |
---|---|---|
Up to age 59: | $391.50 | $415.26 |
Age 60 –64: | $451.98 | $480.06 |
Age 65 –69: | $496.26 | $528.66 |
Age 70—74: | $566.46 | $603.18 |
Age 75—79: | $805.68 | $853.20 |
Age 80+: | $1056.24 | $1121.04 |